Carpenters pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for carpenters is $22.96 an hour ($47,760 a year). About 4,030 people work in this job there.
That is 21% lower than the U.S. median ($60,580). Arkansas ranks 50th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 25% of workers | $19.93 | $41,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.96 | $47,760 |
| 75% of workers | $27.65 | $57,510 |
| 90% of workers | $33.92 | $70,550 |
Carpenters pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $49,070 | 1,130 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $48,050 | 1,080 |
| Jonesboro | $43,950 | 110 |
| Hot Springs | $43,370 | 130 |
| Fort Smith | $42,420 | 240 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for carpenters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 62,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $37,630 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $45,820 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $45,510 |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | $50,070 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $41,260 |
| Electricians | $49,070 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $44,520 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $48,660 |
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